New brain pathway discovered as key to memory formation

A new lipid-based pathway essential for memory formation has been discovered by University of Queensland researchers – a breakthrough that could lead to treatments for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

18 June 2025
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Biodiversity thrives in rare events

UQ research has shown unpredictable environmental events help maintain plant, animal and microbial populations, challenging the belief stability is the key to survival.

17 June 2025
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Revealing what makes bacteria life-threatening

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Revealing what makes bacteria life-threatening

Queensland researchers have discovered that a mutation allows some E. coli bacteria to cause severe disease, a finding that could help to combat antibiotic resistance.

22 February 2024

Giant new snake species identified in the Amazon

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Giant new snake species identified in the Amazon

A team of scientists on location with a film crew in the remote Amazon has uncovered a previously undocumented species of giant anaconda.

20 February 2024

UQ start-up to help solar farms power on

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UQ start-up to help solar farms power on

A tech start-up from UQ is set to make efficiencies in the renewable energy sector by detecting faults in solar farm panels.

20 February 2024

UQ researchers drive positive change with support from the Westpac Scholars Trust

UQ researchers drive positive change with support from the Westpac Scholars Trust

Two University of Queensland researchers have received almost $770,000 from the Westpac Scholars Trust to progress innovative research projects and support their leadership development.

16 February 2024

Exercising your way out of depression

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Exercising your way out of depression

Exercise can be a powerful tool to fight depression and should be routinely prescribed as part of treatment plans, according to UQ research.

15 February 2024

Trapping sulfate to benefit health, industry and waterways

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Trapping sulfate to benefit health, industry and waterways

Scientists have developed a new method to measure and remove sulfate from water, potentially leading to cleaner waterways and more effective nuclear waste treatments.

15 February 2024

Satellites unveil the size and nature of the world’s coral reefs

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Satellites unveil the size and nature of the world’s coral reefs

UQ-led research has shown there is more coral reef area across the globe than previously thought, with detailed satellite mapping helping to conserve these vital ecosystems.

14 February 2024

UQ health and medical research secures $10.2 million boost

UQ health and medical research secures $10.2 million boost

Researchers from The University of Queensland have received more than $10.2 million through 6 Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) schemes to address gaps in health and medical research.

14 February 2024

High-tech spray prevents and cures rusty plant threat

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High-tech spray prevents and cures rusty plant threat

Researchers from The University of Queensland have developed a treatment that can both prevent and cure infection caused by an invasive fungal disease devastating native Australian plants.

14 February 2024

UQ art exhibition honours intergenerational storytelling

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UQ art exhibition honours intergenerational storytelling

Exploring storytelling across oceans, generations and cultures is the subject of a new UQ Art Museum exhibition opening this month.

13 February 2024

Children failing to get adequate nutrition in early education centres

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Children failing to get adequate nutrition in early education centres

Researchers at The University of Queensland have found meals provided in early education and childcare centres in some low socio-economic communities are not meeting national dietary recommendations.

12 February 2024